Every decision matters in the NFL.
This applies to both on the field and off the field. Especially in the front office, where everything starts.
GMs and coaches are faced with tough decisions during the offseason. Their feelings toward a particular player could (would likely) influence how they approach certain situations at certain positions.
For example - and this is completely hypothetical - if the Bucs feel like Justin Watson can take over Breshad Perriman’s role as WR3, then they would let Perriman walk in order to save a good amount of money.